Shine the Light: Sexual Abuse and Healing in the Jewish Community (Northeastern Series on Gender, Crime, and Law)
By Rachel Lev.
Description
This is a journey into the stories, hearts and minds of adult Jewish survivors of sexual abuse and incest. Rachel Lev, a therapist and incest survivor herself, blends her own experiences with those of other survivors and reflects upon their personal relationships to the Jewish community - a community that can either encourage denial or be a place of healing. "Shine the Light" emphasizes healing, which Lev believes can come about through self-expression, creativity and, above all, feeling connected not isolated. The text includes first-hand accounts, poetry and evocative artwork. T...
ISBN(s)
1555535348, 9781555535346
